About Sharon Goldman

Sharon Goldman began her journey as an educator as a Teach for America Corps member. Being witness to education disparity led her to complete her doctorate in law at the University of Illinois, and work as a litigator in a large law firm. On sabbatical, she researched value-based curriculum as a Dorot Fellow, attended seminary, and started her family. When she returned to the States, Goldman worked as an educator, assistant director, and documentation and research coordinator at Moriah ECC. She was also a fellow mentor for a Leadership Institute in early childhood education. Goldman is the director of IDEAL18, facilitating the creation of high quality intergenerational programming and inclusion work through anti-ageism, and co-directed a national fellowship. She has published articles on intergenerational work and the importance of professional development in ECE. Goldman is also the co-founder of Within the Image, based on using the arts to promote identity and connection. Most recently, she co-authored a curriculum on intergenerational programming as a vehicle for community building and belonging. She was also recently elected to the Local School Council for the City of Chicago. She continues to facilitate communities of practice, teach educator courses, and consult nationally.